Sanity

Sanity
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mixed Media on Paper

Preparation - Abstract Figurative painting

Preparation - Abstract Figurative painting
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

2009. Mixed Media on paper

Wading Birds - Abstract nature Painting

Wading Birds - Abstract nature Painting
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

26 cm x 36 cm
Mixed Media on Paper

Sense of Self - Abstract Figurative Painting

Sense of Self - Abstract Figurative Painting
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

26 cm x 36 cm
Mixed Media on paper

Wading Out - Abstract Painting

Wading Out - Abstract Painting
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mixed Media - Watercolor and Ink
26cm x 36cm

I was seeing wading birds in everything so I decided I needed to paint them. Here is my 1st version of the cranes.

Just Before Fall - Mixed Media Painting

Title: Just Before Fall
Mixed Media Painting on canvas panel
6" x6"

New Ornies started for the Holidays!

Two new ornaments I just completed. Order early for the holidays!

Painting - Wish on the Moon

Wish on the Moon
Acrylic on stretched canvas
12" x 12" x 1.5" (deep)

Esther - Primitive Country Doll

I am so enjoying making these primitive country dolls! This one is 19" and I named her Esther. My sewing machine is still not working so this one was completely hand stitched. There's a part of me that wants to just keep hand sewing them. Only problem is, they take so long to complete. If I kept making them this way I would have to charge more. :(
I will be auctioning this one too so check out my eBay listings.

Blackbird on a Stick

Blackbird on a Stick!

Betty Sue the Primitive Doll and More....

Betty Sue is the first in my "old lady" series. This series of dolls were inspired by my grandmother who loved what she referred to as "the old lady look". She loved it so much she always told us she wanted long gray hair but never did. This are in honor of my Granny's memory who was a true southern lady.

Natalie - A Whimsical Art Doll

I just finished Natalie yesterday. She is the 1st doll of this type that I have tried making. She was a lot of fun and I do plan on returning to a similar style doll sometime soon but for right now I am starting on some new primitives. I am sooo enjoying the freedom primitive dolls give me.

Natalie will be auctioned so be sure to click on "My Auctions" in the sidebar.

Dolls on eBay

Woman in Black and Red

Woman in Black and Red
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

ACEO - Miniature Painting
Ink and Watercolor

My interpretation of a vintage photo (public domain). It looked a little creepy to me so I decided to go with red and black only.

Primitive Earth Goddess Art Doll

Here's a little make-do primitive Earth Goddess Doll I just completed. She is approximately 14" tall and made from various fabrics, fibers, found objects, hand embroidery, wooden beads and natural objects. She has a loop sewn into the top of her head for display and she was sealed for protection against dust and moisture. I made her using a combination of vintage hand-stitching and machine stitches.

Night Out - Mini Painting

Night Out
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Miniature Painting
ACEO 2.5" x 3.5" (Art Card)

Woman and Red Cloth

Woman and Red Cloth
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Acrylic on canvas panel (eco-friendly)
11" x 14"

Miniature Painting - Fashion

Miniature Painting - Fashion
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Title: Fashion
ACEO Size 2.5" x 3.5"

Study of a Woman #52

Study of a Woman #52
Originally uploaded by Benita S.

Mini OSWOA Painting 6" x 4"
Mixed Media

Tosca Olinsky, American painter, 1909-1984

Tosca Olinsky, American painter, 1909-1984
Originally uploaded by Smithsonian Institution

I have acquired quite an obsession with vintage photos recently. While looking for a few as reference for paintings I came across this and wanted to share.